First Aid for Poisoning
Poisoning occurs when a person comes in contact with a toxic
substance. Contact can mean swallowing, inhaling, touching, or injecting a
toxic substance.
What are the causes and risks of the injury?
Poisons are found in many household items. Because they cannot read container labels, small children are more likely to
be poisoned. Poisonous items include:
prescription or over-the-counter medications
detergents
plants
pesticides
animals
paint
cosmetics
illegal drugs
occupational gases
foods
gasoline, kerosene, and fuel oil
antifreeze
windshield washer fluid
household cleansers
charcoal lighter fluid
carbon monoxide
food that hasn't been properly cooked, canned, or stored
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